Fake Nonfiction

“Calypso,” by Stephen Starr

Nov 11th, 2015 | By

Hello Calypso customer. Thank you for your recent order. This e-mail confirms the receipt of your order for “The Game of Thrones” box set. You will be contacted when your order is ready for shipping.



“Welcome to A.A.A.,” by Andy Tran

Nov 4th, 2015 | By

Washingtonians, this Wednesday afternoon, come to the Starbucks on 1600 K Street to become acquainted with some young, interesting, average income level Asian American guys and gals. Instead of meeting Asian American doctors, lawyers, and consultants, you’ll meet Dr. Dre copycats, alcoholic paralegals, and T-Mobile wireless salespeople.



“How to Survive a Human Attack: Swamp Monster Makeovers,” by K.E. Flann

Oct 28th, 2015 | By

Have you noticed an influx of fashionistas in your neighborhood? These newcomers are intriguing, and you’d like to inspect up close those unisex infinity scarves. You’ve already snatched a few strangers off of their research vessel/vacation dock. You might have been raised by alligators or gestated in a nuclear cooling pool, but you recognize something special when you see it.



“Having a Baby, as Illustrated by Our Library History,” By Matt Kolbet

Oct 21st, 2015 | By

Part I: Pregnancy

The Good Housekeeping illustrated book of pregnancy and baby care.

The Madness of King George [videorecording]

Toys to Knit

Dark Autumn [videorecording]

Chariots of Fire [videorecording]



“Bikers Claim Identity Is ‘Fluid,'” by Jack Masterson

Oct 14th, 2015 | By

Earlier this week, the National Associated Bicyclists of America (NABA) issued a statement claiming their identities on the road as ‘fluid,’ or, “defined as neither automotive nor ambulatory,” a claim that has caused quite the ruckus across urban America.